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The Hidden Reason You Struggle to Stay Stable in Pilates
Have you ever noticed that some exercises just feel heavier for you , even when your form looks identical to everyone else’s? If you’ve...
Sheela Cheong
Oct 136 min read


The One-Minute Health Check You Didn't Know You Needed
Most of us move through our routines on autopilot — eat, work, sleep, repeat. But the small daily choices we make about food, movement,...
Sheela Cheong
Sep 232 min read


Classical vs Contemporary Pilates: A Complete Guide
Pilates has evolved far beyond its origins, offering a spectrum of movement styles for modern practitioners. From the original sequences...
Sheela Cheong
Sep 148 min read


Skipped Lunch, Ate Everything At Night: How To Stop The Cycle
Self-abandonment doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it’s skipping meals until we’re too hungry to think straight, or reaching for...
Sheela Cheong
Sep 32 min read


How to Exercise Safely in Hot and Humid Weather
Singapore’s heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it can interfere with your recovery, sleep, nervous system function, and joint health....
Sheela Cheong
Jul 303 min read


Why You’re Always Tired: The Stress – Sleep – Hormone Loop (And What to Do)
Feeling worn out — even when you haven’t “done much”? Getting bloated, tight, or snappy for no clear reason? This isn’t just a bad week....
Sheela Cheong
Jun 205 min read


Tight or Stiff All the Time? Here’s Why (And What Actually Works)
Feeling “tight” or “stiff” isn’t just annoying — it’s your body’s way of telling you something isn’t quite right. But here’s the problem:...
Sheela Cheong
Jun 195 min read


Types of Stretching Explained: Which Is Best for You? (Active, Passive, PNF & More)
Stretching is a fundamental part of movement, fitness, and recovery. But what exactly happens when you stretch? What tissues are being...
Sheela Cheong
Jun 185 min read


Pilates vs Yoga vs Strength Training: What Your Body Really Needs
Ever feel like you're just guessing when it comes to your workouts? You want to feel strong and mobile. You want better posture, fewer...
Sheela Cheong
Jun 184 min read


Your Top Pilates Questions, Answered: A Complete FAQ Guide
Got Questions About Pilates? Start Here. Whether you're brand new or years into your practice, Pilates tends to spark a lot of questions...
Sheela Cheong
Jun 157 min read


Mat vs Reformer Pilates: What’s Better for Strength, Flexibility, or Injury Recovery?
When people talk about Pilates, they often picture the Reformer — a spring-based apparatus with straps, a moving carriage, and a...
Sheela Cheong
Jun 155 min read


Easy. Boring. Not the Real Thing.
Until You Actually Do It Right. Welcome to Mat Pilates. If you’ve ever dismissed Mat Pilates as the simpler, cheaper, or less effective...
Sheela Cheong
May 284 min read


Ditching the Corset: Rethinking Core Activation in Pilates
💬 Common “Corset” or Compression-Focused Core Cues “Pull your waist in like you're tightening a corset” “Imagine zipping up a tight pair...
Sheela Cheong
May 117 min read


🧘♀️ CBD Office Yoga in Singapore: A Convenient Wellness Solution
In Singapore’s fast-paced CBD, long hours at the desk are the norm — and so are the physical consequences. Studies have shown that...
Sheela Cheong
May 83 min read


Pilates ≠ Reformer: Understanding the Full Method
Let’s set the record straight: Pilates is not the Reformer. While the Reformer is iconic, it’s just one tool in a much larger method...
Sheela Cheong
May 55 min read


Movement as a Form of Self-Respect: A Gentle Guide
This piece was inspired by two people. The first is a childhood friend—now a busy working mum of two—who still finds little moments to...
Sheela Cheong
May 35 min read


"No Pain, No Gain"? You're Missing the Point
Do you find yourself pushing through pain during your workouts? Many people do — often because they’ve been taught that discomfort is...
Sheela Cheong
Apr 304 min read


Can I Lose Weight with Pilates?
"How can I get your body with Pilates?" The instructor's response was refreshingly direct: "Body composition is a combination of factors...
Sheela Cheong
Apr 296 min read


Does Pilates Count as Strength Training? A Science-Backed Breakdown
Strength training has become a hot topic in fitness discussions, dominating podcasts, social media, and online articles. Experts...
Sheela Cheong
Apr 57 min read


My #1 Core Cue (The Secret to REAL Core Engagement)
You know that moment when you’re told to “engage your core,” and you instinctively suck your belly button back like you’re trying to...
Sheela Cheong
Mar 257 min read
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